FIGURATIVE SCULPTURE

Our approach to sculpting reflects the very 3D nature of sculpture, as compared to the implied 3-dimentionality of drawing and painting. The making of sculpture is less dependent on the position and direction of light, and has more to do with the tangibility of form and anatomy.

We set up the model in the same way as for drawing and painting, and the initial sense of the pose is established by standing back and comparing what one is making with what one is seeing – to scale – and making adjustments accordingly. We then work using calipers for measurements, and also apply matchsticks to physically mark fundamental points of reference that one can then trust.

The emphasis is on the silhouette as created by the contour or outline of the figure (or portrait) and, to bring this out, the model is set against a white background for ultimate contrast.

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LARA is a well resourced and highly professional studio, established in 2008 in response to the rarity of rigorous representational art education.

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Just can't emphasise how enjoyable this course was. I found the whole experience refreshing, relaxing and inspiring. I guess concentrating and focussing on something that interests you makes your very day stresses melt away (at least it does if you don't have the pressure of trying to be a professional artist!). Travis was very kind, patient and diplomatic. What a pleasure and privilege to learn from such a highly skilled genius. Also loved to glimpse the final year students' work which is awesome. THANK YOU LARA!

- D Iqbal

"It was one of the best courses I have ever been to. It was enjoyable and very professional. I was thrilled by the knowledge and teaching skills of the teacher."